Pope Leo XIV focused his catechesis on the document Verbum Dei, one of the most important documents written during the Second Vatican Council. This last great council of the Church took place between 1962 and 1965, with a focus on renewing the faith.
In addition, he emphasized the importance of remembering the value of friendship as a path through which human beings can attain salvation.
SUMMARY OF THE HOLY FATHER'S WORDS:
Dear brothers and sisters,
We begin our new series of catecheses on the Second Vatican Council by considering Dei Verbum, the Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation. As today’s Scripture reading reminds us, Jesus calls us friends because he has revealed to us everything that he has heard from the Father. It is through Revelation, which reaches its fullness in Jesus, the Word made flesh, that we are invited to share in God’s life as his children in Christ. We are reminded that friendship with God is not only a gift, but also an invitation that requires a response, as in any relationship. To cultivate this friendship, we must spend time with God in prayer, both personally and especially through the Liturgy, where the community gathers to listen to the word of God with the guidance of the Church. Together, let us respond wholeheartedly to the Lord’s invitation and discover in his friendship the true mystery of our salvation.
I extend a warm welcome this morning to all the English-speaking pilgrims and visitors taking part in today’s Audience, especially those coming from Ireland, Australia, Korea and the United States of America. Upon all of you and your families, I invoke the joy and peace of our Lord Jesus Christ. God bless you all!
